Dogs are ‘man’s best friend’ and this week we’re looking back at pooches that have hit the headlines over the years.
From family pets to working animals dogs, four-legged friends provide companionship and fun to owners.
Some of the dogs featured today have been heroic, helping raise the alarm in times of danger by waking households in times of peril.
Others work as guide dogs, becoming the eyes for people with visual impairment.
25. Dogs in the news - four-legged friends hitting the headlines
Cassey Edmunds, walking her dog Max whilst 8 months pregnant. May 2009 : Photo: Alison Bagley:Northants Telegraph
26. Dogs in the news - four-legged friends hitting the headlines
Ashleigh Butler and her dog Pudsey given the freedom of Wellingborough July 2014 Photo: Alison Bagley:Northants Telegraph
27. Dogs in the news - four-legged friends hitting the headlines
Rushden Battle of Britain concert Hall Park 2010 Photo: Kit Mallin:Northants Telegraph
28. Dogs in the news - four-legged friends hitting the headlines
Kettering Wicksteed Park cycling event: 13 year old, Matthew Lindsay, in his Modified C5 with Ludo the dog.2011 Photo: Kit Mallin:Northants Telegraph